Schneider Electric Wiser IR Converter Device User Guide

Wiser IR Converter Device

Product Information: Wiser IR Converter

The Wiser IR Converter is a device that helps convert infrared signals from remote controls to digital signals that can be used to control other electronic devices. The device is manufactured and distributed by Schneider Electric SE and its subsidiaries. It is designed to be paired with other Wiser products to create a smart home automation system.

Safety Information

Before attempting to install or operate the Wiser IR Converter, it is important to read and understand the safety information provided in the user manual. The manual contains important instructions and safety messages that will help you avoid potential hazards and injuries.

Installing the Device
To install the Wiser IR Converter, follow these steps:

1. Choose a suitable location for the device that is within range of your remote control and the device you wish to control.
2. Connect the device to a power source using the provided power adapter.
3. Download the Wiser app and follow the instructions to connect the device to your home Wi-Fi network.

Pairing the Device
To pair the Wiser IR Converter with other devices, follow these steps:

1. Open the Wiser app and select the “Add Device” option.
2. Select “Wiser IR Converter” from the list of available devices.
3. Follow the instructions in the app to pair the device with your remote control and the device you wish to control.

By following these instructions, you should be able to safely and effectively install and use the Wiser IR Converter to control your electronic devices.

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Safety information

Important information
Read these instructions carefully and look at the equipment to become familiar with the device before trying to install, operate, service, or maintain it. The following special messages may appear throughout this manual or on the equipment to warn of potential hazards or to call attention to information that clarifies or simplifies a procedure.
The addition of either symbol to a “Danger” or “Warning” safety label indicates that an electrical hazard exists which will result in personal injury if the instructions are not followed.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that accompany this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

DANGER
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to physical injury.

Wiser IR Converter

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For your safety
NOTICE
RISK OF DAMAGE TO DEVICE
Always operate the product in compliance with the specified technical data. Failure to follow these instructions can result in equipment damage.

About the device
The Wiser IR Converter (or IR Convertor) is a control device to automate your home infrared (IR) controlled devices such as televisions, air conditioners, music systems and so on. The device converts mesh network signal to infrared signal.

Key features

• 360° IR signal coverage
• 3 sockets for IR extension cables
• Supports up to 8 types of IR controlled devices

Operating elements

• A. Set/Reset button
• B. Network status LED
• C. IR LED
• D. 3× 3.5 mm phone jacks for IR extension cables
• E. Micro USB port for 5 VDC power supply

Suitable install location
IR Convertor can be placed on table or mounted on ceiling to provide desired coverage:

• Placed on a table provides a surrounding 360° IR signal coverage with a maximum control distance of 8 m.
• Ceiling mount provides a surrounding 180° IR signal coverage with a maximum control distance of 8 m.

Installing the device
Refer to the installation instruction supplied with this product.
See Wiser IR Converter.

Pairing the device
Using the Wiser app, pair your device with the Gateway/Hub to access and control the device. You can either add the device manually or do an auto-scan to pair it.

Pairing device manually
Follow the steps to pair the device manually:

1. On Home page, tap +.

2. Tap and select the required Wiser Hub on the slide-up menu.

3. Select an option to add the device (A):

   • Add Device with Install Code
   • Add Device without Install Code TIP: It is highly recommended to add the device with install code.

4. To pair the device with install code, tap Add Device with Install Code to display the slide-up menu. Select any one of the options (B):

   • Scan Install Code – you can scan the device for the install code
   • Enter Install Code Manually – you can manually enter the install code from the device
     After pairing the device with install code, proceed to Step 6.

5. To pair the device without install code, tap Add Device without Install Code.

6. Short press the S/R button 3 times (< 0,5 s). The LED blinks orange.

7. In the app, select Confirm LED is flashing orange and tap Start configuration (C).

8. After a few seconds, a solid green LED indicates that the device is successfully paired to the Gateway/Hub.

9. Once the device is added in the app, tap Done.

Pairing device with auto scan
Pairing the device with auto scan automatically discovers the device when the corresponding device is powered on.

To pair the device:

1. On the Home page, tap +.

2. Tap Auto scan and tap Confirm.

3. If you have multiple hub, do Step 4 or proceed to Step 5.

4. Tap Select Hub and select the Wiser Hub from the slide-up menu.

5.  Short press the push button 3 times (< 0,5 s).
   NOTE:

   • The LED flashes orange.
   • Wait for a few seconds until the device search is complete.
     TIP: If you want to pair multiple devices at once, perform step 5 on each device and wait for a few seconds.

6. Tap Next (A) and select IR Convertor.

7.  Once the device is added successfully, tap Done.

Configuring the device

Changing the device icon

You can change the device icon using the Wiser app.

1. On the Home page, select the device for which you wish to change the icon.
2. At the top-right corner of the screen, tap
3. Tap edit  next to the device name.
4. Tap Icon to view the menu.
5. In the slide-up menu, select any one of the following (A) to change the device icon:
   • Take photo – allows you to click a photo from the mobile camera.
   • Select from Icon Library – allows you to select an icon from the app library.
   • Select from Album – allows you to select a photo from the mobile gallery.

Renaming the device
You can rename the device using the Wiser app.

1. On the Home page, select the device for which you wish to rename.
2. At the top-right corner of the screen, tap
3. Tap edit    next to the device name.
4. Tap Name, enter the new name (A) and then tap Save.

Changing the device location
You can change the device location using the Wiser app.

1. On the Home page, select the device for which you wish to change the location.
2. At the top-right corner of the screen, tap
3. Tap edit  next to the device name.
4. Tap Location.
5. Select the desired location from the list (A) and then tap Save.

Removing the device
Using the Wiser app, you can remove a device from the device list. Follow the steps to remove the device:

1. On the Home page, tap All devices > IP Camera Outdoor.
2. Tap  icon and tap Settings.
3. Tap Remove device (A) and tap Confirm.

TIP:  Alternatively, you can long tap on the IP Camera Outdoor on the home page to remove the device.
NOTE: By removing the device, you will reset the device. If you still have a problem with the reset, then refer to resetting the device.

Resetting the device
You can reset the device to factory default manually.

To reset the device:

1. Short press the S/R button three times (< 0.5 s) and then long press the push button once (>10 s).
2. After 10 s, LED starts blinking red then release the push button.
3. The device is in reset mode. It is reset to the factory settings after 10 seconds. The device then restarts and the LED stays orange before turning Off.The LED stops blinking upon successful reset of the device.

Using the Device
The Control Panel allows you to view the used and unused list of channels.
On the Home page, tap All devices > IR Convertor to access the control panel. On the IR Convertor control panel page, you can see the following:

• Battery level (A)
• Broadcasting channel list (B)
• Wired extension channel list (C)

Adding IR controlled devices
Add infrared-controlled appliances such as televisions, split system air conditioners, and music systems to an IR Convertor and control them using the app.

IMPORTANT: If you have a brand-new model of TV, split system air conditioners or HiFi system, the IR code sets may not yet be available in the IR Convertor. The code sets in the IR Convertor are updated regularly, but there may be times when a new model appliance cannot be used with the device.
NOTE: This task uses the example of adding a television to the IR Convertor. The same method can be used to add other infrared-controlled appliances such as split system air conditioners and HiFi systems.

Using IR key codes
If you do not know your television model number, you will need to discover the code set by operating a series of remote commands.

To add the device with series commands:

1. On the Home page, tap All devices > IR Convertor.

2. Tap on unused channel IR Convertor CH1 (A), (Unused channels have no name displayed against them). NOTE: IR Convertor channels CH6 to CH8 are only used with optional IR extension cable.

3. Choose TV (B) as the device type then tap Continue.

4. Select the television brand (C).

5. Tap on the remote key (D) and check whether the television responds.
   NOTE: Confirm that the television is switched on and you can see the screen and network between the devices are unblocked.

6. If the television shows the possible response tap on Does it work toggle switch (E).

7. Tap on › (F) for other remote key and repeat Step 5 and Step 6.

8. Once the correct code set has been recognized, tap Continue (G).

9. Tap on Confirm (H) on IR Config pop up. IR Convertor downloads the IR code set and the app displays the progress.

10. Once download of IR code is complete, tap on Save. On successful download, the television IR remote will be visible in the Wiser app Home page.

Using IR database code number

NOTE: Dedicated for authorized Installer ONLY, not applicable for consumer.
If you know the IR database code number of the device, follow the steps to add the device:

1. On the Home page, tap All devices > IR Convertor.

2. Tap on unused channel IR Convertor CH2, (Unused channels have no name displayed against them).

3. Choose TV as the device type then tap Continue to select the television brand.

4. Tap on Manual (A) 5. Select a model from the list.

5. Tap a button on the remote control display (B) in the app. (For example, the Vol +, button.)
   NOTE: Please verify more than 3 keys operations are successfully confirmed so that IR Convertor recognizes the correct code set.

6. If the TV responds as expected, tap Select this one (C) and skip step 8 and proceed with step 9.

7. If the TV does not respond as expected, tap Try next (D) and repeat Steps 6 and 7 using the same button.
   NOTE: Number of try next may vary depending on the brand and its model.

8. Tap on Confirm (E) on IR Config pop up. IR Convertor downloads the IR code set and the app displays the progress.

On successful download, the television IR remote will be visible in the Wiser app Home page.

Creating a moment
A Moment allows you to group multiple actions that are usually done together.

Using the Wiser app, you can create moments based on your needs (such as movie night).

Follow the steps to create a moment:

1. On the Home page, tap  .

2. Go to Moment > + icon to create a moment.

3. Tap Edit name, enter the name of the moment (A) and tap Save.
   TIP:  You can choose the cover image that best represents your moment by tapping  .

4. In the Action section, tap Add task (B) to open the slide-up menu.

5. In the Add task menu, you can do either or all of the following actions (C):

   • Run the device – Select the devices that you want in a moment
   • Select Automation – Select the automation that you want to enable or disable. For more info refer to Automation, page 20.
   • Delay – Set the delay time
     NOTE:  You can add one or more actions using + .

6. Tap Run the device > IP Camera Outdoor to select either or all of the functions to add in the moment:

   • Private Mode – Turn on/off the private mode (D)
   • Record Switch – Turn on/off the recording (E)
   • Recording Mode – Select the type of recording (F)
   • Privacy Area Switch – Turn on/off the privacy zone (G)

7. Once all the actions are set, tap Save.

Editing a moment
To edit a moment:

1. On the Moment tab, locate the moment you want to edit and tap .

2. On the Edit page, you can tap each item (such as dimmer, shutter, delay, temperature, etc.) to change the settings.
   TIP:

   • You can add one or more actions using +.
   • To delete an existing action, slide the each item towards left and tap Delete.

Deleting a moment
To delete a moment:

1. On the Moment tab, locate the moment that you want to delete and then tap .
2. Tap Delete and tap Ok.
   NOTE:  After deleting a moment, the device action can no longer be triggered.

Creating an automation
An automation allows you to group multiple actions that are usually done together, triggered automatically or at scheduled times. By using the Wiser app, you can create automations based on your needs.

Follow the steps to create an automation:

1. On the Home page, tap the  .

2. Go to Automation > + to create an automation.

3. Tap Edit name, enter the name of the automation (A) and tap Save.
   TIP:  You can choose the cover image that best represents your automation by tapping  .

4. Tap Any condition is met to select any one of the condition type (B):

   • All conditions are met – The automation is triggered when all the conditions are met
   • Any condition is met – The automation is triggered when at least one condition is met

5. Tap Add Condition to display the slide-up menu.

6. In the Add Condition menu, you can do either or all of the following options (C):

   • When weather changes – Select the various weather settings
   • Schedule – Set the time and day
   • When device status changes – Select the device and it’s function
     Note:  You can add one or more conditions using + .

7. Tap When device status changes > Window/Door Sensor > Open.
   NOTE:  : This is an example of an automation to switch on the Event Recording when the Window/Door is Open.

8. In the Add task menu, you can do either or all of the following options (D):

   • Run the device – Select the devices that you want to be triggered
   • Moment or Automation – Select the moment which you want to trigger or select the automation that you want to enable or disable
   • Send notification – Turn on notification for the automation
   • Delay – Set the delay time
     NOTE:  You can add one or more actions using + .

9. Tap on Effective period to set the time range for the automation. You can select any one of the following (E)

   • All-day – 24 hours
   • Daytime – From sunrise to sunset
   • Night – From sunset to sunrise
   • Custom – User defined time period

10. Once all the actions and conditions are set, tap Save.
    Once the automation is saved, it is visible on the Automation tab. You can tap the toggle switch on the automation to enable it

Example of an automation
This demonstration shows you how to create an automation to turn on the AC when there is temperature rise.

1. Go to Automation > + to create an automation.

2. Tap Edit name, enter the name of the automation and tap Save.
   TIP: You can choose the cover image that represents your automation by tapping

3. .Tap Add Condition > When weather changes > Outdoor Temperature.

4. Set the required outdoor temperature using the slider.

5. Tap Add task > Run the device and select the Air conditioner IR controlled  device remote.

6. Tap to turn on the AC and use -/+ to adjust the required AC temperature and tap.

7. Tap Next.

8. In the Automation Settings page, tap Save.

Once the automation is saved, it is visible on the Automation tab. You can tap the toggle switch on the automation to enable it.

Editing an automation
To edit an automation:

1. On the Automation tab, locate the automation you want to edit and tap … .

2. On the Edit page, you can tap each item (such as dimmer, shutter, delay, temperature, etc.) to change the settings.
   TIP:

   • You can add one or more actions using +.
   • To delete an existing condition or action, slide each item towards left and tap Delete.

Deleting an automation
To delete an automation:

1. On the Automation tab, locate the automation that you want to delete and then tap … .
2. Tap Delete and tap Ok.
   NOTE: After deleting an automation, the device action can no longer be triggered.

Replacing the battery

Replace the device battery when the level is low or critically low. The battery level can be seen in the app.

To replace the battery from the device:
WARNING
CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD
Keep batteries out of reach of children. If swallowed, seek immediate medical attention.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment damage.

NOTICE
PERFORMANCE DEGRADATION OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE

• The device should be powered only by the provided AC adaptor or 4× AA batteries.
• Only alkaline batteries should be used. Do not use rechargeable batteries. Failure to follow these instructions can result in equipment damage.

1. Rotate the module by 70° clockwise to separate the device from the back cover.
2. Replace the batteries with proper polarity.
3. Position the module to the cover and rotate 70° anti-clockwise.
   NOTE: Dispose the used batteries, as per statutory regulations.

ZB LED Indication

Pairing

active for 30 seconds. When pairing is completed, LED glows green for some time before turning Off.

Resetting

settings after 10 seconds. The device then restarts and the LED stays orange before turning Off.

Battery level

LED blinks orange once per minute.
| The battery is low (< 10%), replace the battery.

NOTE: A notification pop-up will appear on the app.

Troubleshooting

in the device.
The device is not ready to pair after the device is removed from the app.| Reset to factory default settings, refer to resetting the device.

Technical Data

Input: 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Output: 5.0 VDC, 1.0 A, 5.0 W
Average active efficiency: 73.7% @115 VAC, 230 VAC
No-load power consumption: 0.1 W @115 VAC, 230 VAC
Power supply| AC adaptor (included in the package) or
4× AA Alkaline batteries
Connector type| Micro USB port for the AC adaptor
Applicable for 3× 3.5 mm mono mini plug
Battery| 4× AA Alkaline batteries
Battery life| Up to 1 year (may vary based on the usage, frequency of firmware update and environment)
Communication interface| IR emitter energy IEC825
Zigbee: 2.4 GHz, IEEE802.15.4
Operating frequency| 2405-2480 MHz (Zigbee)
Max. radio frequency power transmitted| <10 mW (Zigbee)
IR extension cable length| <5 m
IR control range with IR extension cable| 1 m (from emitter to the IR controlled device)
IR control range without IR extension cable| ≤8 m (from Wiser IR Converter to IR controlled device)
IP rating| IP20
Operating temperature| -10 °C to 45 °C, indoor use only
Relative humidity| 10% to 90%, non-condensing
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Dimensions| Ø100.0 × 32.5 mm

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